Here's What You Need to Know if You Want to Win All Your Arguments Today (and Maybe Forever)

If you’ve ever been in an
argument
with somebody, you know that emotion and the heat of the moment can sometimes cloud your better judgment and talking points. Luckily, there’s a strategy for persuading people that you can translate to any conversation.

In the video below, Business Insider says that arguments, in retrospect, often seem
irrational
because they actually
are
. During one, you have a hard time reasoning the same way you do the rest of the time. But if you know a few tactics about how to approach the situation, you’re more likely to convince someone you’re right.

What are those tricks, then? This short video goes on to show you the effective persuasion tactics of three different philosophers, plus how you can borrow them for yourself.

Photo of man trying to win an argument courtesy of Nikada/Getty Images.

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Caroline Liu is a freelance writer, graphic designer, and computer programmer studying at Wesleyan University. She is pursuing majors in Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and Computer Science in order to bridge her passions for tech, design, and social justice. Learn more about Caroline on her website or follow her on Twitter.